The BAL will integrate African culture through music, fashion, lifestyle and entertainment programming, featuring appearances by prominent celebrities and influencers.
The title itself carries intention. It reflects a personal hierarchy of healing: peace as the foundation, love as the extension, and with both in place, the strength to face everything else emhlabeni — in the world.
Ayanda Dludla appeared before the Vanderbijlpark Magistrates’ Court, where he elected not to apply for bail.
The overall 95% achievement was made possible through the collective efforts of schools within the Balfour Circuit, each contributing meaningfully to the municipality’s success
The Gauteng Department of Education confirmed that Thato Moetji and Sagwadi Mathe, both Grade 12 learners at Hoërskool Vanderbijlpark, succumbed to their injuries on Thursday, 22 January 2026.
The Gauteng Department of Social Development confirmed that it is closely monitoring the case, working alongside the Men’s Forum to provide support to the children’s father, Simon Digoro.
The Gauteng Department of Education said the learners’ dreams, potential and youthful energy will forever remain part of the province’s collective memory.
According to the Gauteng Health Department, seven survivors were transported by Gauteng Emergency Medical Services to Sebokeng and Kopanong Hospitals.
Pan also outlined opportunities available to South African students interested in studying abroad, including university exchange programmes and scholarship opportunities in China.
Gauteng Education MEC Matome Chiloane said he was deeply devastated by the tragedy, describing it as a dark day for the department and the province.
